Inspection Report

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SOUTH DADE FISH RESTAURANT

22153 S DIXIE HWY · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33170

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateMarch 10, 2026
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3673469
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID13547723
DBPR license2338164

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority6 Intermediate11 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical18 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

18 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 1

#12High Priority41-10-4

High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of fabuloso stored with to go pan at front counter.

Intermediate 6

#13Intermediate01C-05-4

Intermediate – Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Coached operator.

#14Intermediate01C-03-4

Intermediate – Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed last date not marked on tags. Coach operator **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#15Intermediate02C-03-5

Intermediate – Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed gallon of milk opened for more than 2 days not date marked.

#16Intermediate16-37-1

Intermediate – No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.

#17Intermediate31B-03-4

Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed near triple sink.

#18Intermediate22-31-4

Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed under prep tables where seasonings are stored. Observed rust on prep table. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation

Basic 11

#1Basic24-27-4

Basic – Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed at front counter handwash sink working metal containers of floor exposed to splash.

#2Basic14-69-4

Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer in the dining area.

#3Basic10-20-4

Basic – In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at front counter oven door.

#4Basic22-08-4

Basic – Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.

#5Basic51-13-4

Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Sent via email to operator.

#6Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at front counter reach in cooler.

#7Basic29-20-5

Basic – Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at front counter handwash sink.

#8Basic36-02-5

Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#9Basic14-17-4

Basic – Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#10Basic42-01-4

Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in sink; not in use. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#11Basic02D-01-5

Basic – Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt at front counter.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 13, 2026 7:07 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
2 observation(s)
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
2 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
1 observation(s)
Category 15 · No longer used
2 observation(s)
Category 17 · No longer used
1 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
2 observation(s)
Category 24 · Storage/handling of clean equipment and utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 25 · Single-service and single-use items
1 observation(s)
Category 30 · No longer used
1 observation(s)
Category 32 · Bathrooms
1 observation(s)
Category 37 · No longer used
1 observation(s)
Category 42 · Cleaning and maintenance equipment
1 observation(s)
Category 43 · Separation from living/private areas and restricted kitchen access
1 observation(s)
Category 52 · Misrepresentation / misbranding
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.